Thursday, August 4, 2011

Dame Helen Mirren

Actress Dame Helen Mirren has topped the best body in showbiz poll.

The 66-year-old star has topped the poll voted for by members of British gym chain LA Fitness. Mirren beat the likes of supermodel Elle Macpherson, Jennifer Lopez and Kelly Brook.Brook and Lopez came third and fourth respectively, while British singer Cheryl Cole landed at the fifth spot, reports contactmusic. com.

New York, April 26 : Hollywood actress Dame Helen Mirren has revealed that she won't attend Prince William and Kate Middleton's wedding to be held this Friday. The British actress, who won an Oscar for her portrayal of Elizabeth II in `The Queen', said she has no interest in watching the highly-anticipated royal wedding.Instead, she is planning to fly off to somewhere remote on the couple''s big day.

London, April 25 : Dame Helen Mirren `hopes' that Prince William and Kate Middleton would opt for a second "private" wedding ceremony away from the glare of the global spotlight. The British royal will wed his bride-to-be at London''s Westminster Abbey on Friday in a lavish ceremony which will be broadcast all over the world.Mirren admitted she feels sorry for the young royal couple and hopes they exchange vows behind close doors in a second, secret ceremony.

London, Mar 4: Hollywood star Dame Helen Mirren has insisted that children shouldn''t be introduced to Shakespeare''s work in the classroom as the classic plays need to be seen to be appreciated. The actress has performed in several productions of the playwright''s works and has even graced the stage with the renowned Royal Shakespeare Company.

London, Feb 23: Veteran actress Dame Helen Mirren has revealed why she has never had children. The Oscar winner, who has been married to American film director Taylor Hackford for 13 years, says she is happier ‘without encumbrance’.“I always did – and still do – value my freedom too highly,” the Daily Express quoted her as telling Saga Magazine..

London, Feb 5 - Veteran actress Dame Helen Mirren has revealed that she is enjoying playing a supporting role in new film "Brighton Rock", as it feels like vacation. The 65-year-old actress, who plays Ida in the film, admitted the chance to take part in a movie without playing the lead was a dream come true, reports showbizspy. com.

London, Sep 13 : Actress Dame Helen Mirren has dedicated her role as Prospera in the movie "The Tempest" to all struggling women. The British actress takes on the traditionally male role of Prospero in the upcoming screen adaptation of the Shakespeare play and admits her performance was inspired by all women who have suffered because of their gender.

London, August 19 : Dame Helen Mirren has revealed that she buys her holiday clothes from charity shops. The Queen star admits she never takes her own garments away with her, instead choosing to pick up outfits from second-hand stores as soon as she arrives at her destination..